Irish trainer Gordon Elliott endured his third successive second in Perth when Nedzer's Return was just touched off by Bucephalus (13-2) in the Exclusive Lodges Novices' Hurdle.

England cricketer Andrew Flintoff may not be enjoying the time of his life in Australia but the horse named in his honour had better luck in the Racegoers Club ‘Best Small Racecourse In The North’ Beginners’ Chase at Wetherby.

North Devon trainer Nick Williams paid his first visit to Newcastle racecourse and the 690-mile round trip was rewarded when Philson Run ran out a very game winner of the totesport Eider Chase.